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Writer's pictureJaclyn T. Badeau
Dec 15, 20234 min read

Pulse Point – Motivation – "Unlocking Success: The Power of Motivation in Personal"

Pulse Point – Motivation – "Unlocking Success: The Power of Motivation in Personal and Professional Growth”1 

 

Motivation is the driving force that propels us forward, pushing us to achieve our goals and strive for success. In the professional realm, understanding and harnessing motivation are crucial not only for personal satisfaction but also for effective leadership and employee engagement. This article explores the multi-faceted role of motivation, both at an individual level and as a key fundamental in managerial leadership. 

 

Understanding Personal Motivations: A Journey Within 

Before one can effectively communicate and align professional pursuits with personal motivations, a deep introspection is necessary. Each individual is driven by a unique set of values, aspirations, and passions. Taking the time to identify and understand these intrinsic motivators lays the foundation for a more fulfilling professional journey. 

 

For individuals seeking to align their work with personal motivations, it is essential to communicate openly with supervisors. Transparency in expressing what truly drives and excites an individual allows for a more tailored approach to assigning tasks and projects. Supervisors, in turn, can provide opportunities that align with these motivations, fostering a sense of purpose and job satisfaction. 

 

Aligning Work and Motivation: A Recipe for Success 

Once personal motivations are understood and communicated, the next step is to actively align daily professional tasks with these driving forces. This alignment is not only beneficial for the individual's satisfaction but also enhances overall productivity. When individuals find purpose in their work, they are more likely to invest time and effort into excelling in their roles. 

 

For managers, recognizing the motivations of each team member is paramount. A proactive approach involves regular check-ins and open dialogues to understand the evolving interests and goals of employees. This knowledge allows managers to assign tasks that resonate with their team members, creating a positive and engaging work environment. 

 

Setting Goals Aligned with Motivations: The Roadmap to Success 

Goals act as guiding stars, leading individuals towards their aspirations. Setting professional goals that are closely aligned with personal motivations creates a roadmap for success. These goals provide a clear direction, instilling a sense of purpose and achievement upon completion. 

 

In a managerial context, understanding the motivations of each team member is crucial when setting team and individual goals. Tailoring goals to align with intrinsic motivators not only enhances employee engagement but also boosts morale and job satisfaction. 

 

Motivation as a Pillar of Leadership: Fostering Employee Engagement 

As a manager, recognizing and leveraging the diverse motivations within a team is a key leadership skill. Employee engagement is intricately tied to understanding and addressing the individual needs and aspirations of team members. When employees feel seen, heard, and valued, they are more likely to contribute actively to the success of the team and the organization. 

 

Regular one-on-one meetings, feedback sessions, and team-building activities centered around individual motivations contribute to a positive work culture. Acknowledging and celebrating individual achievements further reinforces the connection between personal motivations and professional success. 

 

Motivation as the Heartbeat of Success 

In the intricate dance of personal and professional life, motivation serves as the heartbeat that keeps individuals and teams moving forward. Recognizing, understanding, and actively aligning work with personal motivations not only enhances job satisfaction but also contributes to overall success. In the realm of managerial leadership, this awareness becomes a cornerstone for effective team management, fostering a culture of engagement, collaboration, and achievement. As we continue to unlock the secrets of motivation, we open doors to a future where personal and professional growth are seamlessly intertwined.”1 

 

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do." 

—Steve Jobs 

 

Understanding what motivates you, communicating those motivations and interests to your supervisor, aligning the professional work you do everyday with those motivations, and setting goals to do things that align with your motivations is where you’ll find the magic! Greater overall well-being and a less chance of burnout are the benefits of doing the work above. And in the context of being a manager of people, making sure you know what motivates each of your people and working with them to align their work with these motivations is the key to high performing teams who are engaged and fulfilled in their work. So, my question to you – what work have you done lately in this area? 

 

BONUS - To assess where you and your organization are in your employee engagement culture journey, download my “Culture Pulse: Employee Engagement Questionnaire” here: https://www.badeauconsulting.com/culturepulseeequestionnaire  

 

Are you ready to dig into emotional intelligence, employee engagement, and leadership work? I am a People Success Strategist who uncomplicates leading humans so that we can inspire confidence back into your team. By tapping into their authentic human leadership potential, we create space for innovation and growth.  

 

We do this through designing and implementing a system that fosters and protects a strong culture where employees are heard and understood from leadership down. In doing so, individual team members can gain confidence to bravely introduce innovative ideas and grow the company.  

 

 

I look forward to providing monthly pulse points to help you stay up to date with how the workplace culture scene is evolving. 

 



 

About Jaclyn T. Badeau, CPA, CGMA, MBA, EQ Certified 

Jaclyn Badeau is the Founder and President of Badeau Consulting. She specializes in employee engagement initiatives that help companies inspire confidence back into their team for innovation and growth. Jaclyn’s background in cultivating high performing teams, delivering coaching and mentoring, serving as a global business risk advisor, and facilitating internal and external leadership training to a global workforce gives her the unique perspective of what employees need and what works. She is also a multi award recipient and passionate about sharing her expertise and knowledge in volunteer advisory and leadership positions roles for many associations and not-for-profits.  

 

About Pulse Point 

Pulse Point is a monthly blog to stay up to date with how the workplace culture scene is evolving. 

 

 

 

 

1 OpenAI. (2021). ChatGPT: Large language model. Retrieved from https://chat.openai.com 

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